Perry County Property Tax Records

Perry County property tax records are kept by the Revenue Commissioner in Marion. The office handles assessments, collections, and property record requests for all parcels in this rural Alabama county.

Perry County Revenue Commissioner

The Perry County Revenue Commissioner handles all property tax functions. Christine C. Jackson serves as Revenue Commissioner. Her office assesses property values, calculates taxes, and collects payments. The office is located in the Perry County Courthouse in Marion.

Perry County is one of the smaller counties in Alabama by population. The Revenue Commissioner manages records for residential homes, farms, and timber land. Staff can help you find property records, apply for exemptions, and pay taxes. The office provides personalized service typical of a small county.

Search Perry County Property Records Online

Perry County offers online access to property records through the Alabama GIS system. Visit alabamagis.com/perry to search for parcels. The system shows property boundaries on aerial maps. You can look up land by clicking on parcels or searching by owner name.

The online GIS tools are helpful for basic property research. You can see parcel boundaries, land size, and owner information. For detailed property cards with building information and exact tax amounts, contact the Revenue Commissioner office directly.

What you can find online for Perry County:

• Property owner name
• Parcel boundaries on map
• Land acreage
• Aerial photographs
• Basic property information

For complete records including tax amounts, building details, and payment history, call or visit the Revenue Commissioner in Marion. The office can pull up full property cards and provide copies of tax records.

Perry County Property Tax Rates

Property tax rates in Perry County include state, county, and local components. Alabama charges 6.5 mills statewide. Perry County adds millage for schools and general operations. Cities like Marion add city taxes for properties inside city limits.

Alabama assesses property based on use class. Homes are assessed at 10% of market value. Commercial property is 20%. Agricultural and timber land is 10% and may qualify for current use valuation. The Revenue Commissioner determines the market value and applies the correct assessment rate.

Factors that affect your Perry County tax:

• Property location (city or county)
• Property class (residential, commercial, agricultural)
• School district
• Exemptions you qualify for

Perry County has significant timber and farm land. The current use program helps landowners pay taxes based on agricultural use rather than potential development value. Contact the Revenue Commissioner to learn if your land qualifies.

Pay Property Taxes in Perry County

Property taxes in Perry County are due October 1 each year. The deadline to pay without penalty is December 31. After that date, interest and fees begin. The Revenue Commissioner mails tax bills in the fall. If you do not get a bill, call the office to find out what you owe.

Perry County accepts several payment methods:

• In person at the courthouse in Marion
• By mail with check or money order
• Online payment options may be available

The office accepts cash, checks, and money orders for in-person payments. When mailing, include your parcel number and allow time for delivery. The postmark date counts for the deadline.

If you miss the deadline in Perry County:

• Interest starts at 1% per month
• Additional fees accrue over time
• After several years: Tax sale possible

Contact the Revenue Commissioner if you need help paying. Options may be available to prevent losing your property to a tax sale.

Property Tax Exemptions in Perry County

Perry County residents can apply for exemptions to lower property taxes. The homestead exemption is the most common. It removes up to $4,000 from the assessed value of your primary home. Apply once at the Revenue Commissioner office with your deed and ID.

Seniors age 65 and older get significant relief in Perry County. The senior exemption removes all state property tax and may lower county taxes. Disabled homeowners qualify for similar benefits. Veterans with service-connected VA disabilities have their own exemption.

Exemptions in Perry County:

• Homestead: Up to $4,000 off assessed value
• Senior (65+): No state tax, may reduce county
• Disability: Similar to senior exemption
• Veteran: Based on VA disability rating
• Current use: Farm, timber, wildlife land

Apply by December 31 for the following year. The Revenue Commissioner can explain each program and help you apply for the ones you qualify for.

Appeal Property Values in Perry County

You can dispute your property value if you think it is too high. Start by talking to the Revenue Commissioner office. Staff can check your property data and fix errors. Wrong measurements or missing information are common problems that can be corrected.

If you disagree after the informal review, file a formal appeal. The Board of Equalization hears these cases in Perry County. You present evidence, and the board decides if the value should change. Bring sales of similar properties, an appraisal, or photos showing condition problems.

Appeal steps in Perry County:

• Review your assessment notice
• Contact Revenue Commissioner with questions
• Request data review
• File formal appeal if needed
• Attend hearing and present evidence
• Receive decision from the board
• Further appeal to court if necessary

The appeal deadline is limited each year. Act quickly when you get your assessment notice if you want to challenge the value.

Related Records in Perry County

Other Perry County offices keep property records. The Probate Court handles deeds, mortgages, and plats. When property is sold, the deed is recorded there. Deed records show who owned property over time. The Probate Court also handles estates that include land.

The Circuit Clerk has court files involving real estate. Foreclosures, quiet title suits, and liens go through the court. For building and zoning questions, check with the county planning office or the city of Marion if the property is in town.

Marion is home to Judson College and Marion Military Institute. These educational properties are exempt from property tax. Private homes and businesses near these schools still pay normal property taxes. The Revenue Commissioner can tell you if a specific property is taxable.

Cities in Perry County

Perry County contains Marion, the county seat. Other communities include Uniontown and Hamburg. All property taxes are assessed and collected by the county Revenue Commissioner. Properties within city limits pay additional city taxes on top of county and state rates.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Perry County. Make sure you know which county your property is in for tax purposes.